Lip-syncing scandals

They aren't always really singing and these pop stars fake it more than you think.

By Chron.com staff/Mike Damante

on April 23, 2014 11:48 AM

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"The Voice: Season 6" judge Shakira is catching heat for apparently lip-syncing the words to her new song "Empire" on the April 22 episode of the show (which, is kind of supposed to be about true artists showcasing their real voices). less

"The Voice: Season 6" judge Shakira is catching heat for apparently lip-syncing the words to her new song "Empire" on the April 22 episode of the show (which, is kind of supposed to be about true artists ... more

The band's defense? They say the Super Bowl big wigs didn't want to deal with the technical and audio problems that could arise, since the RHCP were only playing one song. Flea went on to say playing at the Super Bowl was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, so they went ahead and did it. But not before going on stage with their guitars unplugged.

They're not the only ones whose performances landed them in hot water. Keep clicking to see other stars who were entangled in lip-syncing controversy. less